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Miyajima Ropeway
An easy glide up the side of Mount Misen, the home of the revered World Heritage Site and Miyajima.
Mount Misen, logged at a staggering 535 meters high is the highest peak on Miyajima and has been revered as a sacred site since ancient times. With the Miyajima Ropeway, you can comfortably reach Shishiiwa Station, located at an elevation of 433 meters, in about 15 minutes.
The ropeway system covers approximately 1.6 km between Momijidani Station at the base, Kayatani Station in the middle, and Shishiiwa Station near the summit, using two lines. The Momijidani Line operates in a continuous loop with gondolas departing at regular intervals, while the Shishiiwa Line features a shuttle system with two gondolas alternating back and forth.
From Shishiiwa Station, a hike to the summit takes about an hour and offers breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea and various historical and natural attractions, including ancient temples and unique rock formations. For those concerned about the hike, the nearby Shishiiwa Observatory also provides spectacular views. There is a free shuttle bus stop about a 6-minute walk from Itsukushima Shrine, providing smooth transportation to Momijidani Station.
Highlights
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Ropeway connects the base and near the summit of Mount Misen, the highest peak on Miyajima.
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The journey to Shishiiwa Station takes about 15 minutes using two ropeway lines.
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Enjoy panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea and Hiroshima City from the observatories near Shishiiwa Station and the summit.
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The ropeway trip itself takes about an hour; add another hour if hiking to the summit.
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A free shuttle bus is available from the entrance of Momijidani Park to the ropeway station.
Photos
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![Enjoy a leisurely ascent with stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea.]()
Enjoy a leisurely ascent with stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea.
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![The Momijidani Line uses a continuous loop system.]()
The Momijidani Line uses a continuous loop system.
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![Spectacular views from the Shishiiwa Observatory.]()
Spectacular views from the Shishiiwa Observatory.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
English pamphlets available.
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Do I need a reservation to ride the ropeway?
Web reservations are required for specific dates. Please check the official website for details.
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Are there coin lockers available?
Yes, there are paid lockers at the Momijidani Station waiting room and free lockers at the Shishiiwa Station waiting room.
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Do I need an ID such as a passport to purchase tickets?
Seniors aged 65 and over can avail of the silver discount fare with age verification. Discounts are also available for holders of disability certificates.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 宮島ロープウエー
- Postal Code
- 739-0588
- Address
- Momijidani Park (Momijidani Station), Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima
- Telephone
- 0829-44-0316
- Closed
- Open daily, except during bad weather and twice yearly for regular maintenance.
- Business Hours
- UP 9:00am-4:00pm, DOWN 9:20am-4:30pm
- Admission
- Adults（Middle School Students and older）One-way 1,100yen, Round-trip 2,000yen／Children（Elementary school children）One-way 550yen, Round-trip 1,000yen
- Access
- A 20-minute walk from Miyajima Pier, followed by a 3-minute free shuttle bus ride from the entrance of Momijidani Park to the Momijidani Station.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)